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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

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NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Legendary Patriots coach shares how Josh McDaniels can help Drake Maye improve

McDaniels helped Tom Brady become arguably the greatest quarterback in NFL history.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield discusses OC move after Liam Coen's defection

Mayfield discussed the team's decision regarding its new offensive coordinator.

NFL insider predicts if Chiefs' Travis Kelce will retire after Super Bowl

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler explained why he'd "bet" that Travis Kelce is not about to play the final game of his historic career. 

Former Giants WR addresses Saquon Barkley-related jabs

Brandon Marshall discussed why anybody associated with the Giants couldn't be mad about Saquon Barkley and Eagles fans enjoying the last laugh this winter. 

Titans' Brian Callahan reveals mission amid uncertainty about future

While at the Senior Bowl this week, Brian Callahan discussed wanting to reward Amy Adams Strunk for the vote of confidence. 

Tom Brady discusses relationship with Bill Belichick after Raiders rumors

Outsiders may never fully understand the exact nature of at least one conversation this winter between Raiders minority owner Tom Brady and North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick.

Patriots' Drake Maye reacts to Mike Vrabel, Josh McDaniels hires

In his first interview since the Mike Vrabel hire, Drake Maye spoke with SiriusXM NFL Radio about the Patriots' offseason moves. 

When Panthers' Dave Canales saw 'shift' in Bryce Young during 2024 season

Dave Canales discussed how Bryce Young's first contest back in the starting lineup ultimately helped him remain Carolina's QB1.

Saquon Barkley addresses being 'depressed' before Eagles' Super Bowl run

Saquon Barkley discussed how different his life is this winter compared to last year.

Insiders repeat warnings about quarterbacks in 2025 NFL Draft class

The 2025 quarterback draft class continues to underwhelm pundits.

Art Rooney II reveals Steelers' 2025 Week 1 starting quarterback plan

Art Rooney II indicated he wouldn't want the Steelers to embrace any summer quarterback competition.

Giants icon defends rooting for Eagles in Super Bowl LIX

He earned two Super Bowl rings as a member of the New York Giants, so it's understandable he received quite a bit of criticism from Big Blue fans.

Troy Aikman offers Super Bowl broadcasting advice for Tom Brady

Troy Aikman offers advice to Tom Brady as he prepares to call his first Super Bowl.

Former Patriots QB explains how Josh McDaniels can help Drake Maye improve

One of McDaniels' former players shared how the Patriots offensive coordinator will help Maye as he heads into his second NFL season.

Report indicates Bill Belichick 'wasn't pleased' with Raiders hiring Pete Carroll

A new report shed light on Belichick's feelings on the latest NFL hiring cycle.

Analyst questions 'message' Mike Tomlin has for Steelers after latest playoff loss

Tomlin's Steelers haven't recorded a postseason win since the 2016 campaign.

Analyst sends NFL Draft warning to teams about QB Jalen Milroe

Former NFL player/executive and current ESPN analyst Louis Riddick warned clubs about acquiring Jalen Milroe this spring.

David Cone sends message to Yankees fans about Juan Soto joining Mets

Cone shared thoughts on Soto's move across New York.

Analyst breaks down what Jaxson Dart must show teams before 2025 NFL Draft

Jaxson Dart will need to work on taking snaps from under center and his footwork to improve his draft stock.

Insider explains why Pete Carroll, Russell Wilson reunion could 'be more complicated than it appears'

Las Vegas needs an upgrade to serve as a bridge option at the position over journeyman Gardner Minshew and 2023 fourth-round draft pick Aidan O'Connell.

Report details how Cowboys went from Mike McCarthy to Brian Schottenheimer

McCarthy is widely seen as a better head-coaching candidate than Schottenheimer, who had never served as a head coach before this month. 

Did Tom Brady actually want Bill Belichick as Raiders' next head coach?

Was Belichick ever a serious candidate for the Raiders job?

Insider addresses Todd Bowles rumors after Liam Coen's defection

Did the Bucs view Coen as Bowles' successor before the former left to become head coach of the Jags?

Travis Kelce reacts to Chiefs being villains ahead of Super Bowl rematch vs. Eagles

The Chiefs have completed their transition from fun upstart to hated dominant force.